2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
